Kataragama Bodhiya (also called Ashta Pala Ruha Bodhiya, Ananda Bodhiya) is a sacred fig (Bo tree) located in Kataragama, Sri Lanka.
History An old tree with historical and religious significance, it is believed to be planted in the 3rd century BC by the Kshatriyas of Kataragama, during the reign of king Devanampiyatissa of Anuradhapura.Kataragama, Angelfire.com Kataragama Bodhiya is believed to be one of the first eight saplings that emerged from Jaya Sri Maha Bodhi in Anuradhapura, which were planted in different places of the island around the 3rd century BC.The Symbol Of Knowledge And Discipline, The Colombo TelegraphKataragama Esala Festival, The Sunday Times
Present day Today Kataragama Bodhiya is venerated by thousands of Buddhist devotees who are on pilgrimage to Kataragama sacred town. This Bodhi tree is located very close to the Ruhuna Maha Kataragama Devalaya, an ancient temple which dedicated to Kataragama deviyo, a deity venerated by Buddhists, Hindus and other religious believers.Divine Power Of God Kataragama , Serendib (The Magazine of Sri Lanka Airlines) Another old sacred fig known as "Kadawara Bodhiya" is located near the Kataragama Bodhiya. It is identified as a Pariwara Bodhiya of the main Kataragama Bodhiya.
See also Bodhi tree Kalutara Bodhiya Matara Bodhiya
References
External links Kataragama Bodhiya (Buddhist Places in Sri Lanka)